At this intimate, out-of-the-way live-music venue, cushy booths and a well-stocked bar are oriented toward a stage that boasts a state-of-the-art sound system brilliantly delivering the acoustical chops of up-and-coming talent Crowd Industry types On stage Independent artists looking for their big break, from local singer-songwriters Nat Jay and Adaline to metal bands like self-described... more

Design snobs might scoff at this unpretentious venue tucked under the Queen E Theater's armpit, but lovers of boffo live bands can sign in for visiting must-sees, up-and-comers and great established local acts. Hotties may vary according to the beards and hygiene level of the bands, but the room is young, fun and full of chums. Neither its decor nor drink menu aims to reinvent the wheel; it's... more